The conditions for profit maximization and the analysis of short-run equilibrium are identical for monopoly and for a monopolistically competitive firm.

Profit Maximization

The process or strategy undertaken by a firm to generate the maximum possible profits with the available resources and market conditions.

Short-run Equilibrium

Describes a situation in a market where supply equals demand within a short period, without enough time for all factors of production to adjust.

Monopoly

A market structure characterized by a single seller, selling a unique product in the market.